Highlight and Feedback Wanted for "The Water Cycle and Modelling" (Season 2, Episode 12)

with Dr. Tricia Stadnyk

Please watch, like, and share this short reel from our conversation with Dr. Tricia Stadnyk (Civil Engineering and Behavioral Science at the University of Calgary).

In this episode, Episode 12 of Season 2, Dr. Trisha Stadnyk, a hydrologic modelling expert, discusses the intricacies of water modelling and its implications for future water availability and quality. The conversation highlights the challenges of integrating various models, such as climate, hydrology, and water resource management, to address local and global water issues. Dr. Stadnyk emphasizes the importance of adaptive risk-based management over traditional standards-based approaches, advocating for a shift towards resilience in water policy: a water first philosophy. The discussion also touches on the need for improved data collection and monitoring, particularly for groundwater and small streams, to enhance model accuracy and inform decision-making. The episode concludes with a call to action for individuals to become more aware of their water usage and for policymakers to prioritize water conservation and sustainable management practices. The podcast invites listeners to engage with these pressing issues and consider the broader implications of water management on future generations.

Find the full episode and transcript of Season 2, Episode 12 under The Gravity Well Podcast with Jenny Yeremiy. Please watch, like, share and provide highlights (time time stamp and brief description of the point made) that I missed.